We all know one of the most important parts of going on holiday is getting plenty of Insta-worthy snaps to make your friends and family jealous of your travels. Austria is the perfect destination for those #NoFilter shots. Here's five of the best locations to let your inner travel blogger flourish.
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The inside of St Stephen's is nothing to be sneezed at either – it has undergone several careful restorations to retain the beautiful baroque features. The process of keeping the cathedral's limestone up to par is a complicated one involving laser cleaning and constant restorations, but considering the building is over 100 years old, she's not looking too bad.
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There's also a beautiful gem room, the world's largest meteorite exhibition and a brand new digital planetarium. Plus the courtyard outside holds events, like a huge Christmas market each year, which looks picture-perfect delicately dressed in snow.
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Did we mention Austria had a lot of beautiful architecture? Another example is the beautiful Belvedere Palace Museum. One side offers a huge body of water, decked with lovely shining stars.
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It isn't all man-made beauty in Austria – Mother Nature has her fair share of picture-perfect offerings too. The Eisriesenwelt is a stunning ice cave in Salzburg which is only accessible through a guided tour offered from May to October.
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The biggest cave stretches back into the mountain 42 kilometres deep, but only the first kilometre is open to the public, partly in an effort to preserve these incredible natural monuments.
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Unfortunately for your social media feeds, photography is prohibited in the caves, because of the popularity and the importance of keeping groups tightly together for safety. But we won't tell anyone if you snap a quick pic of a postcard in the gift-shop and pass it off as your own.
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The operation took place in Palermo, Sicily on March 10 and 11, proving a mesmerising spectacle for all who witnessed it. Onlookers watched on in awe as the 36,009 tonne ship was split down the middle, to make room for a new pre-built 49-foot segment.
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A statement issued by the cruise company promises a boost in comfort and quality, with interiors inspiration drawn from their posh flagship offering, the Silver Muse.
The Silver Spirit is due to set sail again on May 6, 2018, with a seven-day cruise between Civitavecchia (Rome) and Barcelona. Fares start at $6000.
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https://travel.nine.com.au/2018/02/21/14/25/the-latest-travel-gear-and-gadgets2018-03-16T15:11:36+11:00https://cf-images.ap-southeast-2.prod.boltdns.net/v1/static/664969388001/d9f25352-fd2f-4bc8-b0fe-9e9e5073136c/9bb844b7-e015-41b0-92ad-4911daed6cc8/640x360/match/image.jpgThis ugly travel pillow is here to solve your plane sleeping dilemmasMarch 18, 2018: It's true, those ridiculous looking U-shaped travel pillows don't do squat when it comes to getting a good night's sleep. But that's all about to change with the invention of the Lofty Pillow.
Supposedly designed to combat Flight Neck Syndrome (a condition the inventor made up), this Kickstarter project is actually pretty genius if you think you can get passed the, erm, less than appealing design (those chin supports though...).
The elaborate pillow features some unique elements including head and chin support (crucial) and wings, to prevent your head rolling forward or sideways. It's inflatable design means you can store it compactly while on the move, and additional denim pockets allow users to insert other carry-on essentials (phones, tissues, tablets etc.). Say goodbye to sleepless air travel. Click through for more of the world's coolest travel gear and gadgets.
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Designed by a couple of backpackers who were fed up with the expense of checked luggage, Wool & Oak is a modular backpack comprising three parts, a base part and two 'attachment' bags which can zip to form one mega carry-on bag – and the creator claims it's totally undetectable.
The design is really clever; travellers can transport as a duffle or a backpack, and when in its largest guise it can fit a week's worth of luggage – so, perfect for the backpacker.
The brand currently offers a 'voyager set' featuring all three parts, and we can see this modular concept really taking off.
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The original jacket set a world record for the most successfull apparel crowdfunding campaign in Kickstarter history, raising $11.6 million (USD$9.2 million), and its successor is set to be something special.
Among the novel flight-friendly features are easy-access pockets and compartments for a pen, passport, wallet, tickets, sunglasses, electronic devices, drinks, as well as built in gloves (for chilly commutes), earbuds, blow-up foot rests and pillows. It basically turns you into a walking carry-on. And we NEED one, like yesterday.
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The invention of Irishman Iain Maclean, the instrument's patented design allows it to be easily disassembled and packed into a standard-sized carry-on case in just 20 seconds — you can even store clothing in the guitar's hollow body.
Sadly, it didn't reach its crowdfunding target, despite its punny name and clever design.
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No heavy tanks, no special suits — just charge it up, auto-inflate and you're ready to dive in. The Kickstarter contraption isn't expected to be available until March 2019, giving you plenty of time to start planning your perfect coral-kissed diving holiday.
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The Omni-Pillow has three different flexible functions, so you can use sitting upright, on a lie-flat bed, or at a desk. It's made from memory foam for extra comfort, and even features a compartment to store a smartphone, a blanket, and headphone ports.
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While still a cool concept — being able to sip coffee and scroll through Instagram while strolling through the duty-free aisle — we predict this well-meaning velcro strap will leave a trail of destruction in its wake. We're happy to be proven wrong.
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With six different, thoughtfully designed pockets, including a 'secret' pocket for valuables, at the heart of its design is the ability to quickly access items at the bottom of the suitcase without having to pull everything out. Genius.
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The Born to Fly Baby can transform into luggage, a change table or a stroller in seconds, for easy transportation. You'll think some sort of black magic is at play when you see how neatly and compactly it all folds up.
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Crowdfunding platforms and new technologies have spawned some of the most innovative travel gear and gadgets we've seen in decades — its an exciting time to be a traveller, folks.
From a genius (but ugly) travel pillow to ensure a good night's sleep, to a device that lets you breathe underwater without scuba gear, click through for some of the world's coolest and most game-changing travel products to get your wanderlust firing.
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The UN just released their 2018 World Happiness Report, and yet another Scandi contender has taken the honour of happiest nation, with Finland sliding into the top spot.
The report analyses incomes, health, life expectancy, social support, freedom, trust and generosity, based on wellbeing polls from each nation. For those familiar with the list, rankings have historically favoured Nordic countries (there must be something in the air). In fact, these four Scandi countries have held top spot since 2015 – Switzerland, Denmark, Norway and now Finland.
For the first time in the report's history, it also took into consideration the happiness levels of the countries' immigrant populations. Tellingly, the report revealed the US to be in a state of happiness decline, slipping to 18th place, while Australia just managed to scrap into the top 10.
Click through for the top 10 countries, ranked by happiness.
Happiness score: 7.632
Pictured: Glass igloos in Finland (iStock)

Slipping down one spot from last year's #1 ranking, Norway has been praised previously for its strong sense of community and high standards of living.
Happiness score: 7.594
Pictured: City of Alesund, Norway (iStock)

Denmark retained its spot this year, at #3. In this postcard perfect nation health care is a civil right, gender equality is a priority, and pretty much everyone gets around on bicycle.
Happiness score: 7.555
Pictured: Nyhavn, Copenhagen (iStock)

Despite its sub temperatures, this stunning country scores high for life expectancy and equality, and its spoiled for natural wonders, from auroras to volcanic springs.
Happiness score: 7.495
Pictured: Seljalandsfoss waterfall in Iceland (iStock)

This alpine nation scrape into the top five, dropping one spot. In 2015 Switzerland took the top ranking, but has been dropping each year since.
Happiness score: 7.487
Pictured: Old town of Basel with Munster cathedral, Switzerland (iStock)

Canadians are renowned for their niceness, and perhaps this is in part because they're among the happiest, holding on to their seventh-place ranking this year.
Happiness score: 7.328
Pictured: Moraine Lake at sunrise, Banff National Park, Canada (iStock)

There's always been healthy rivalry between Australia and its Kiwi neighbours, and its seems the Land of the Long White Cloud has beat us in the happiness stakes, coming in at #8.
Happiness score: 7.324
Pictured: Emerald Lake, North Island New Zealand (iStock)

It's little wonder Swedes are among the world's happiest folks with cheery architecture like this. The high score could be explained by strong social support, financial affluence and accountable government.
Happiness score: 7.314
Pictured: The vibrant buildings of Gamla Stan, Stockholm, Sweden (iStock)

Australia sunk down one spot to the bottom of the list this year, ranking #10. While there's no denying our natural spoils, there's room for improvement in other areas, namely health. It was noted Australia has the highest percentage of foreign born, and we ranked a not-too-shabby #6 for migrant happiness.
Happiness score: 7.272
Pictured: Esperance or 'Kangaroo Beach' in Cape Range National Park, WA (iStock)

Ever wanted to live-out your fantasy of staying in a real-life castle? Well, you can at this grand old dame. Until recently, guests could only book rooms at Saareck Castle direct through the guest house, making it something of a best kept secret in travel circles. Thankfully, now you can secure a night's stay in this fairytale castle online through Booking.com. And once you peek inside, you'll be glad you did.
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Nestled in lush Mettlach, a region bordered by France and Luxembourg, this charming stay retains its historic look and feel (you'll be drinking that cuppa from premium bone porcelain), but is kitted out with all the modern essentials, i.e. Wi-Fi and flatscreen tellies. Click through for more Booking.com stays straight out of a Hans Christian Andersen book.
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With the jaw-dropping 12 Bens Mountain Range as its backdrop, this beautiful castle sits on acres of lush private estate and has plenty for nature lovers — who don't mind a bit of pampering.
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This impressive property overlooking the St Lawrence River is a landmark in its own right. And guests will certainly feel comfy amongst the five-star amenities this hospitality is known for.
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With Medieval styling, historic furnishings, rich fabrics and and a slew of incredible ancient courtyards to wander through, after a few pampered days here you'll be feeling just like a king or queen.
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This slice of history dates back to the 12th century, and is truly one of the UK's most unique hotels. Perched on a rocky outcrop, with views extending out of the Pembrokeshire and St Brides Bay, you'll feel like you're in a different time.
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The daredevil appears quite the adventurer. "My photography is what got me started in the expedition world, it really captivates me. From living with remote tribes in Papua New Guinea to repelling into the world's most active volcanoes."
Photo: Christopher Horsley | Caters

This eerie photography series is something of a roller coaster of nostalgia, as it brings to life abandoned theme parks from all around the world.
Pictured: Enchanted Forest, Ohio
Photo: Seph Lawless | Caters

Seph Lawless' series includes the likes of a yellow brick road in North Carolina, a rusty roller coaster in Berlin, and an overgrown dinosaur park in Michigan.
Pictured: Land of Oz, North Carolina
Photo: Seph Lawless | Caters

The photographer, from Cleveland, Ohio, USA, came up with the idea for the series when working on his initial abandoned location project — a voyage that resulted in a book titled 'Autopsy of America: The Death of a Nation.'
Pictured: Funspot, Indiana
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Throught that book — which looked to document the forgotten parts of the United States — Seph, 38, came across a number of deserted theme parks, which became a abandoned location genre that fascinated him most, along with the likes of asylums and schools.
Pictured: Dinosaur World, Michigan
Photo: Seph Lawless | Caters

Theme parks, he said, are "a poignant look at United States," adding, "America is like a ride at an amusement park. We'll keep saying our country is great and fun until it stops working."
Pictured: Gueaga Lake, Ohio
Photo: Seph Lawless | Caters

These images have since been made into a book, 'Abandoned: World's Most Hauntingly Beautiful Theme Parks,' which was released in October of 2017.
Pictured: Six Flags, New Orleans
Photo: Seph Lawless | Caters

The series, Seph said, is ongoing, and with more books on the horizon, he also plans to add to his documentation of abandoned shopping malls also.
Pictured: Spree Park, Berlin
Photo: Seph Lawless | Caters

"I encourage social activism amongst the half of million fans that follow me and often times, my images lead to social change."
Click through for more creepy theme parks.
Pictured: Dogspatch, Arkansas
Photo: Seph Lawless | Caters

This eye-opening photo series offers a rare glimpse into a segment of land that was once described as the "scariest place on earth."
It was President Bill Clinton who coined that description of the Korean Demilitarized Zone — a 155-mile stretch across the Korean peninsular, measuring around two miles wide.
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

The zone was created in 1953, following an armistice between the North and the South — an agreement that ended three years of fighting between the two.
Photographer Park Jongwoo began documenting the zone in 2009, having been given rare access to visit there in the build up to the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of the war.
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

His works, taken over the following eight years, show the likes of coiled barbed wire fences, soldiers aiming rifles, tunnels that appear endless, and areas where wildlife thrives.
Park, 60, who lives in Seoul, South Korea, said: "As a photographer from the only divided nation in the world, it was a dream for me, as it would have been to any other Korean documentary photographer or photo-journalist, to document the DMZ, though it's a restricted area prohibiting civilians from photographing the place, or even getting in there."
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

No human development can take place in the zone, so more than 6000 animals and plant species have been identified in the area, according to the South Korean Ministry of Environment — 106 of which have been labelled endangered or protected.
Shooting the series was surreal, Park said, as the zone is tranquil, with the sounds of elks very audible.
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

In order to photographer the area, Park had to accompanied by a group of South Korean soldiers, due to the thousands of landmines that litter the ground.
Park's breathtaking images were released in a 2017 book entitled "DMZ: Demilitarized Zone of Korea."
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

Speaking of the reaction to these photographs, he said: "After examining those photos, many people told me that they were shocked because of the surrealistic scenery.
"These days, Korean peninsula is often on news headlines due to the North Korean nuclear weapons threat."
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

"Everytime it happened, the DMZ was focused on because it is the borderline between North and South Korea."
The photographs are the first part of an ongoing project named "Bundan," which means "a divided nation" in Korean.
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

For the second part of the project, Park shot the Imjin River, which flows from North to South and is also a symbol of division for the country, he said.
The third phase is about "Dragon's Teeth" — concrete antitank obstacles that are located to the DMZ from Seoul — and additional phases will follow.
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

Park, explaining what he hoped to depict through his DMZ images, said: "It's been 65 years since the armistice in 1953.
"The majority of Koreans have already forgotten the war: Seoul, the capital city of South Korea, is now just like any other cosmopolitan city and people are living their busy lives just like any other people in the world.
"But only one-hour ride from that city, there are heavily armed soldiers of the South and North confronting each other. I hope people realise that the war is not over, that it is still ongoing."
Photo: Park Jongwoo | Caters

A truly luxurious bath isn't so much a cleansing ritual as it is a spiritual experience. Hotels across Australia know this, and these are our pick of the tubs with the most relaxing surroundings, spectacular views and sumptuous oils and unguents. Hamilton Island's Qualia is already half-way there to ultimate relaxation located as it is in the tropical paradise of the Whitsundays. But just in case you weren't calm enough, this is what you can look forward to in the bathroom. Aesop products take any residual strain away.
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Get back to nature by bathing outdoors in Tasmania's Thalia Haven. While you soak, looking out over Great Oyster Bay, take in the stars or even glowing phosphorescence in the ocean. Don't worry - you're kilometres away from your nearest neighbour.
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Pier One overlooks Sydney Harbour and its iconic bridge - and that's your view from your bathroom in a Harbour View Balcony Suite. Once a working cargo wharf and now sensitively renovated to include the best of contemporary design along with heritage elements, Pier One simply couldn't be any more harbourfront unless it were afloat. Appelles toiletries complete a beautiful bathe.
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Kingsford Homestead's stunning al fresco bath, set on unspoiled acreage in the heart of wine country, is the sort of extravangance best paired with a glass of Barossa sparkling. Nestled in a secluded patch of the property, the boutique stay lists this as one of their signature experiences, and with room for two it's also one of the most romantic.
Photo: Kingsford Homestead

Opt for a jungle bungalow at Canberra's only five-star wildlife conservation hotel, Jamala, and you might find yourself sharing bathtime with a curious bear or leopard. Views don't get much more premium than this, and the tubs are seriously luxurious.
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This stunningly remote eco stay enjoys a supreme perch, nestled on a hilltop 40 metres above the sea with views of Tassie's pristine white sandy beaches and national park. A soak in the Bay of Fires Lodge's jaw-dropping outdoor tub is mandatory after exploring the region on foot.
Photo: Bay of Fires Lodge Walk

After a day of outback exploring you'll be glad you splurged on a deluxe spa room at Kings Canyon Resort when you sink into this stunning bath. With uninterrupted views of the NT bush, it doesn't get much more tranquil than this.
Photo: Kings Canyon Resort

Your worries will just melt away after a soak in this tranquil tub, framing views of the Tassie wilderness. The Waldheim Alpine Spa is a mandatory pit-stop for guests of Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. Team your bath with a treatment, and you'll soon be in relaxation heaven.
Photo: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge

A bit more back-to-nature is Paperbark Camp in NSW's Jervis Bay. Its still pretty swish for camping, though, and ought by rights to be called glamping. This is the King Deluxe Safari Tent, and it's cock-full of luxe touches, including this plunge bath and handmade bath products to go with it.
Photo: Paperbark Camp

Lake House Daylesford is a hotel with a spa and restaurant on site, so you know it's bound to be special. You can pack your days full with exploring the pretty Victorian town of Daylesford and its surrounding countryside, or just luxuriate in the tranquillity of the lakeside property. If a personalised facial or deep-tissue massage in the Salus Spa has begun the process of unwinding, complete it with a sublime bath complete with luxe Elemis toiletries.
Photo: Lake House

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Spectacular is an over-used word, but Patagonia, an area spanning both Chile and Argentina in South America, is one location that truly deserves it. Its natural splendours - jagged mountains, vast glaciers, perfectly conical volcanoes and deep-hued lakes - draw adventurous travellers from all over the world. Many of its hotels echo the nature-first ethos of the place, and this is our pick of the hotels that maximise the best of both worlds: cannily selected locations from which guests can hike, fish, horse-ride, kayak or simply take in the abundance of beauty, as well as rooms bursting with home comforts so they can relax in luxury at the end of the day.
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EcoCamp Patagonia's award-winning geodesic domes are sustainably designed, packed with luxurious touches and located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park, on the Chilean west coast of Patagonia.
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Puerto Natales is the jumping-off point for Chile's extraordinary Torres del Paine National Park. The little lakeside town is also home to Remota, an architect-designed luxury hotel that's sustainably constructed and maintained. An infinity pool and sauna make for relaxation, while the food is outstanding (not to mention the excellent red wine). Remota is, quite simply, remarkable.
Photo: Remota

Also nestled into the Torres del Paine National Park, on the shores of Lake Toro, Patagonia Camp consists of just 20 deluxe yurts that are cosy and luxurious. The bar and restaurant serve up classic cocktails and incredible food, with views to die for. And hiking, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and fishing are all on offer.
Photo: Patagonia Camp

Hotel Explora Patagonia is on the shores of Lake Pehoe in Torres del Paine, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Luxury touches include a spa and pool, and food is locally sourced. It has stables on-site with 26 specially bred horses, so riding out to explore the countryside is a must-do.
Photo: Hotel Explora Patagonia

Eolo is set on a huge 4000-hectare estancia, or cattle station, in Argentinean Patagonia. Midway between the town of El Calafate and the extraordinary Perito Moreno glacier, the hotel is part of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux chain and is architect-designed with vast windows to take in the sweeping views. An on-site restaurant serves up the best of local fare and Argentinean wine, and tranquillity is pretty much guaranteed.
Photo: Eolo

Hosteria Los Notros is in the Argentinean town of El Calafate and looks directly onto the Perito Moreno glacier, one of the few glaciers in the world that is advancing, rather than retreating. Its sensational location means this one books up fast. Relax in the luxurious rooms and listen out for the boom and crash of the glacier calving, the term used to describe enormous chunks of ice splitting off the main face and dropping into the water.
Photo: Los Notros

This lifeguard stand is in fact a tiny house - and it's a tiny house you can holiday in. The owner of the Tiny House Siesta company bought a caravan park near the beach in Sarasota, Florida, and put 11 tiny homes on it. They're now available as holiday lets. Designs range from Hamptons beach chic to designer eco-rustic style - and, of course, this lifeguard stand. And don't be fooled by the 'tiny house' moniker - they're actually pretty spacious, as you'll see.
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The lifeguard-stand entryway leads through to a living area with full-size sofa and TV, which opens out into a dining area with a double door to the patio, so you can soak up that Florida sunshine. A ladder leads up to a mezzanine with one of the home's two double beds on it.
Photo: tinyhousesiesta.com

MARCH 13, 2018 - Love clubbing? Love gloriously geeky doco-maker Louis Theroux? This, my friend, is your night. There's now a Louis Theroux Appreciation Tour coming to a club near you - as long as you're in the UK. Sorry. The night involves "wall-to-wall Theroux", clips of his shows and Theroux-branded giveaways, apparently. Even better: entry costs just five of your English pounds (that's nearly nine of your Australian dollars), but if you pay seven quid ($12) you get a Louis Theroux T-shirt thrown in. Bargain.

MARCH 13, 2018 - Everyone's favourite gravelly-voiced naturalist now has a club night dedicated to him, too. David Attenborough's Jungle Boogie features life-size cut-outs of the much-loved TV presenter, rainforest-themed decoration, clips of the great man's shows, and masks of Sir D's face for partygoers to wear. You've got to hop over to Britain quick-smart for this one, too.

MARCH 13, 2018 - Ladies and gentlemen, we are floating in space. That's right - a Zero Gravity club night (headlined by Armin van Buuren and Steve Aoki, no less) - has launched. Quite literally. A ZeroG Airbus A310 plane took off from Frankfurt in January for just 20 lucky clubbers, who enjoyed a 90-minute parabolic flight - which creates the effect of zero gravity.

MARCH 13, 2018 - The OG clubbing destination of Ibiza is no slouch in the weird department. If you've ever wanted to get down with giraffes and sling drinks with seals, the Zoo Project is your chance. The real-life animals have been removed, but the seal pit is full of bodypainted clubbers getting their wild on.

MARCH 13, 2018 - Chocolate-snorting in clubs is now a thing. Invented by Belgian chocolatier Dominique Persoone, this device lets clubbers get a safe and legal high from snorting raw cacao. Find it at club nights including Lucid in that clubbers' mecca, Berlin.

MARCH 13, 2018 - The 27 Club isn't just a tragic group of musicians who died aged 27. Now it's also a night in London's Blues Kitchen, where a band pays tribute to the music of Amy Winehouse, Kurt Cobain, Jimi Hendrix and more.

Black mould has engulfed the walls and chipped tiles from the collapsed ceilings over many of the floors of the Moulton and Kyle Funeral Home in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Built in 1856, the site is now aged beyond repair. The only relatively pristine portions are the large empty caskets, glass jars holding chemicals to preserve the dead and a black Cadillac hearse.
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Along with items ranging from music sheets to rotting furniture, a vase of fake flowers and a burial log detailing that it cost six dollars to be buried in 1896.
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After the site's new owners moved out five years ago to a larger premises, the funeral home was left abandoned, and from there savaged by tumultuous and extreme weather.
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The aftermath from the catastrophic Hurricane Irma last year alone saw nearly 200,000 people forced into shelters during the worst recorded flood to strike the area since mid-1854.
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"The downstairs was very dark. The carpet is wet and mouldy from the partially collapsed roof. The upstairs floors were soft from the water damage and you could easily fall through the floor if you were not careful."
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Apart from the bigger objects and furniture discarded in the move, there were a lot of personal items. "It is unusual, but that's what I enjoyed most about it – the amount of things left behind," Abandoned Southeast told Caters.
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The air in the rooms were damp and thick from the partially collapsed roof and severe water damage, while the carpet on the floors were mouldy, with most of the tiles from the ceiling and wall disintegrated from the water damage.
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"I had to watch my step, especially upstairs where the floor is giving way due to the open roof. The wooden floors were severely rotten and unsafe to walk on."
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"The place is pretty amazing, but I think my favourite part would be the upstairs storage area, where dozens of photos and books from the early 20th century were left behind."
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Wandering bibliophiles, rejoice! Hotels that cater just for you are popping up all over, complete with books galore to snuggle up with. This is Gladstone's Library in North Wales, a library specially built to house four-time British prime minister William Ewart Gladstone's books as a legacy to the public. The accommodation wing was also built at Gladstone's request, and you can stay in rooms covered with bookish wallpaper and equipped with desks, should midnight inspiration strike.

The Library Hotel in New York doesn't only stock each room with more than 100 books, it's categorised each room according to the Dewey Decimal System. So you might be staying on a floor that's themed by Philosophy, History or the Arts, and your room is based on a topic within that category. Sounds complicated, but all book-lovers need to know is that if they're really keen to get out and explore New York, they'd best be careful what tome they pick up in case they lose themselves for hours.

The impeccably Georgian Hazlitt's Hotel in London's Soho Square, which dates from 1718, is well-stocked with books both in the rooms and downstairs in the library (which also has an honesty bar). Booze and books mean it's the perfect spot to get your 18th-century gentleman on.

This impressive library is housed in Il Salviatino, a restored 15th-century villa set in the hills of Fiesole, Italy, overlooking Florence. (Some rooms even have a view of the city's beautiful Duomo.) Couches, candelabras and classic novels furnish this gorgeous reading and relaxing room.

The Library Hotel in Koh Samui is a temple of design. Situated right on the famous Chaweng Beach, it has a sleek red, white and black theme and is stocked with a multitude of more than 1400 books with which to while away lazy hours by the bold red swimming pool.

It's a tiny B&B in the inland Mexican city of Oaxaca (that's Wa-ha-ca, by the way - who knew) but Casa Colonial has a spectacular library that gives it a home-from-home feel. Friendly staff serve up delicious food and lots of local knowledge - and yes, they can recommend you a book.

Snooze amid the stacks at this library/hostel in Tokyo. Book and Bed does exactly what it says on the tin, providing a bed among the shelves (complete with reading light, of course) in typical Japanese capsule hotel style.

Hotel Friedenau in Berlin bills itself as a "Literature Hotel" and is a tribute to German writers who wrote in and around the neighbourhood. It's a fresh and pretty restored 19th-century building, filled with books, biographies, manuscripts, drawings and photos relating to the writers it celebrates.

For a decidedly offbeat option, you could join the eclectic gang of Tumbleweeds: people who have stayed at the Shakespeare and Company bookshop on the Left Bank in Paris. The beds are literally among the bookshelves ("Privacy is not really an option," the store's website points out) but they're free of charge, as long as you're happy to do some work in the bookshop, read the books (!) and write something about your stay for the archives. Weird but wonderful.

It's 10.20am and I'm pulling into the carpark of a Red Hill winery. Only it's not the winery I'm meant to be at.
I've allowed ample time to get to Warrior One Yoga's 'Vino and Vinyasa' retreat, to soak up the lush green drive and get the day off to a Zen start. Instead, my phone and car maps have simultaneously gone blip and I've spent the past 15 minutes driving aimlessly around the Mornington Peninsula with an escalating heartrate.
Finally admitting that I'm lost, I pull into the driveway of an open cellar door to ask for directions and discover I'm (thankfully) only a couple of turns away. I hoon into the carpark at 10.32 and run into the stunning yoga studio in a flurry of apologies to the nine women who are waiting patiently for this frazzled latecomer.

Thankfully Warrior One owner and teacher Dustin Brown and his wife Nova, who helps facilitate the day, know a thing or two about getting crazed city slickers to wind down a few notches. Yoga is normally associated with alkalising smoothies but Dustin and Nova reckon life is about enjoying all the good things, so they journey down from their Brighton studio once a quarter to run a Vino and Vinyasa retreat.
After a brief intro into how the day will run – two hours of yoga in Polperro Winery's Hot Hut yoga studio before settling in at the bistro for a long 'yogic' lunch with wine – Dustin asks us all to share how we're feeling. I mumble about feeling flustered after a frantic trip and figure the challenge has been set – can a one-day retreat unwind this maniac mind?

Well, by the time we've finished the two-hour yoga class, which starts sweaty and ends sleepy, I'm feeling like I've emerged from a rejuvenating massage. Dustin's deep Hawaiian accent works like a calming balm, while the greenery out of the surrounding windows soothes those concrete jungle worries into a distant corner of the mind.
Polperro Winery is the talk of the town and after sampling their wines, we settle in to dine on their brand new menu. If I wasn't driving, I might've ordered a bottle, but I responsibly opt for a glass of their 2016 chardonnay, sipping slowly to soak up the nutty spice. We feast on eight plates, sampling everything from kangaroo tartare to barramundi in bone broth to seasonal strawberries topped with chardonnay cream. It's all I can do not to moan with each mouthful.

While I love a long lunch with my dearest girlfriends, dining with 10 new faces – who love both yoga and wine – is part of the beauty of the day. A broad spread of ages and walks of life offers fresh perspectives you don't always get with your regular crew.

By the time 3.30 roles around, the vinyasa, vino and fresh Red Hill air have worked their magic and I feel quiet and content driving back to reality. Although I do have one nagging thought: When I can do it all again?
For more information, visit warrioroneyoga.com.au/red-hill/.

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This floating house that was once a famous wedding chapel could be yours for around $543,000 (US$425,000).
Previously known as the only structure of its kind in America, the Chapel on the Bay, docked on the Manatee River in Palmetto, Florida, USA, was bought by Sam Cribbs, 67, and his wife Linda in 2015.
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Sam, a retired contractor, spent $305,000 transforming the houseboat into a two-bedroom, two-bathroom stunner.
It is currently rented out as a holiday home that goes for around $439 (US$345) a night.
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Sam's conversion of the 30x60-foot (9x18-metre) vessel involved the addition of homely - but decidedly modern - features including a kitchen with granite countertops and a spiral staircase that leads to the upstairs bedroom.
Many of its original characteristics remain, such as the exterior church design, 19-foot ceilings, stained glass windows and heavy wooden doors.
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Even the podium that was used for weddings is still in the living room.
Sam said: "I basically took it all apart and put it back together so that it could actually be lived in.
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"I didn't buy it to keep. I bought it as a project. It's really cool and it's in perfect shape for someone to move in.
"It's a real unique property and it can be used for anything – a vacation home, converting it back to a chapel, or someone could live in it for the rest of their life.
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"I rent it out for $345 a night it stays very full throughout the year.
"Every compliment you can think of, the visitors have said. I've had people who stayed in it three times. I don't think we've ever gotten a rating that was less than five stars."
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Built with a fiberglass exterior strong enough to withstand a hurricane and carry a wedding party of 100, more than $1.27 million went into its original construction in 2004.
While about $1.65 million has been spent on it in total, houseboats of this size do not sell for that much.
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Sam said: "The people that built this thing used materials much stronger than you would use for a standard house.
"I'm just trying to sell it so that I can move back to the west coast."
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"It is difficult to find someone who is serious though. It's not considered a house and it has no address. It's more like a yacht."
To view the property's listing, visit specialfinds.com.
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As a bride-to-be recently found out, Las Vegas's yard-long margaritas, strippers and slot machines aren't for everyone. Her holiday went south when she had such a big night that she missed her favourite muso's concert - the next day. What happens in Vegas... stays on social media forever, these days.
But what if you want to embrace the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas while steering clear of the seedy side? This guide is for you.
From secret speakeasies to soothing spas and dreamy desert landscapes, here's a Vegas getaway sans sleaze (sorry, Elvis).

The Aria Hotel's sleek, architect-designed glass exterior tips you off that it's not your typical cheap and cheerful, themed Vegas bunkhouse. Its rooms are all spacious and carefully designed - but its Sky Suites, tucked away at the top of the tower, are something else. Private mobile check-in means no waiting at reception, a private pool gives seclusion and the tech-bedecked suites are iPad-controlled for ultimate ease. Click here for more details.

Step away from the circus-themed hotel! Mandarin Oriental Hotels are famed for their chic design and excellent spas - and the Vegas option is no exception. In this elegant eyrie, you can check out the madness of the Strip without being part of it. Click here for more details.

The vast Caesars Palace casino and resort may epitomise the heedless hedonism of Vegas - but improbably tucked away inside it is the refined Nobu Hotel. Yes, that's the same Nobu as the one whose restaurants continually top must-dine lists, and whose business partner is Oscar-winning actor Robert de Niro. The restaurant, then, is predictably fine, and the rooms are spacious and luxurious, with black lacquer and woodblock prints imparting a Japanese vibe. Zen in Vegas? Amazingly, it's possible.

Skip the minibar chips and steer clear of steaks the size of your head. Vegas dining has gone upmarket, with in-the-know foodies racing for a table at Rivea. Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse turns out refined dishes inspired by the French and Italian Riviera. And it has easily the best view in Vegas: from one side, you can overlook the Strip; from the other, the desert.

Say no to sad casino freebies and drink at this secret speakeasy instead. It's called The Laundry Room and in a city that regularly demolishes its history, it does more than nod to the past with its dark and decadent interior and cocktail menu arranged by historical era.

One of the best things to do in Las Vegas is to leave it. It's surrounded by dreamy desert landscapes, and although the Grand Canyon is undeniably the most spectacular natural feature nearby, the Valley of Fire is a worthy alternative. Vivid red sandstone outcrops and endless desert skies bring you out of the casino craziness and back down to earth - and it's only an hour's drive from the city.

Sure, you know about the dancing fountains and the Cirque du Soleil show, but did you know the Bellagio is also home to an art gallery? The Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art houses world-class exhibits that will elevate your mind from gambling to great art.

Future royal Meghan Markle is integrating into British aristocracy quite nicely, thank you. The proof? Her hens party, held not at a raucous nightclub but at that bastion of Brit chic, Soho Farmhouse.
It's the countryside outpost of Soho House, the members' only London club that caters for the smart set, and was so successful it now has venues across the globe. Unlike other members' clubs, geared at attracting the wealthy and powerful, it merely requires applicants have a "creative soul". And it's decked out with everything a royal (and her friends) could ever need...

Set in rural Oxfordshire, 90 minutes away from London, Soho Farmhouse is like the countryside, but better. This is the Main Barn, a restaurant and bar whose rustic materials belie its carefully thought-out design.

The Main Barn is the spot everyone, from celebrities to intellectuals to, yes, royals, gravitates to. Afternoon tea, cocktails, a slap-up dinner - no problem. It would be tempting to park yourself on this sofa and never move again, if it weren't for everything else the farmhouse has to offer.

The Main Barn's mezzanine is flooded with light. If you've really, truly got to get some work done during your chintz-free country retreat, this would be the spot. Work-free? Then check out the spa, hair salon, gym, cooking classes, farm shop and deli, or country pub all on site. Or grab a bike and venture beyond the confines of the property - there are beautiful Oxfordshire villages galore to explore.

All the many buildings are set around the Farmyard, which is the heart of the place, just as it would have been when it was a working farm. Only now it's full not of pigs and cows but stressed-out Londoners seeking rural calm. Plus it has a fireplace for cosy snuggling - divine.

There are plenty of sleeping options, from stylish wood-clad cabins like this, that take a design cue from Wild West pioneer cabins, to authentic English country cottages. (We reckon Meghan took the Brit option, just quietly.)